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In this week's Letters to the Editor, readers point out that slow street barricades hinder street sweeping, critique the proposed Infrastructure Bond for lack of transparency, and argue that "NIMBYs" are unnecessarily using emergency evacuation concerns to try to block new housing. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-july-17-2026/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #InfrastructureBond #LetterToTheEditor #SlowStreets

In this week's Letters to the Editor, readers point out that slow street barricades hinder street sweeping, critique the proposed Infrastructure Bond for lack of transparency, and argue that "NIMBYs" are unnecessarily using emergency evacuation concerns to try to block new housing. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-july-17-2026/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #InfrastructureBond #LetterToTheEditor #SlowStreets

Letters: A data center moratorium would benefit the environment

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Letters: A data center moratorium would benefit the environment https://www.byteseu.com/2202104/ #2026Elections #Alameda #AlamedaCounty #ArtificialIntelligence #BayArea #Berkeley #California #CentralContraCosta #ContraCostaCounty #Democrats #EastBay #environment #ice #Immigration #LatestHeadlines #Letters #LettersToTheEditor #News #Oakland #Opinion #parking #PleasantHill #pleasanton #Politics #PortOfOakland #TriValley #TrumpAdministration

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she secured $250,000 in funding for the Peralta Community College District. The funding will purchase new equipment and implement structured training programs at "FabLabs," which prepare students for careers in fields like manufacturing and healthcare. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-250k-of-federal-funding-for-college-of-alameda-laney-college-fablabs/

#alameda #CollegeOfAlameda #FabLab #LaneyCollege #LateefahSimon #PeraltaCommunityCollegeDistrict

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon announced that she secured $250,000 in funding for the Peralta Community College District. The funding will purchase new equipment and implement structured training programs at "FabLabs," which prepare students for careers in fields like manufacturing and healthcare. https://alamedapost.com/news/congresswoman-simon-secures-250k-of-federal-funding-for-college-of-alameda-laney-college-fablabs/

#alameda #CollegeOfAlameda #FabLab #LaneyCollege #LateefahSimon #PeraltaCommunityCollegeDistrict

"Sure, there were a few reasons to feel less than patriotic this Independence Day," writes David Boitano. "...But within 15 minutes of watching Alameda’s 4th of July Parade, all of that seemed to disappear." Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alamedas-4th-of-july-parade-celebrates-the-community/

#4thOfJuly #alameda #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #NickLuby #parade

"Sure, there were a few reasons to feel less than patriotic this Independence Day," writes David Boitano. "...But within 15 minutes of watching Alameda’s 4th of July Parade, all of that seemed to disappear." Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alamedas-4th-of-july-parade-celebrates-the-community/

#4thOfJuly #alameda #LateefahSimon #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #NickLuby #parade

On July 1–just three days before the United States 250th birthday—76 people from 28 countries around the world celebrated becoming U.S. citizens at a naturalization ceremony on the USS Hornet. Jean Chen shares the celebratory day with photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/76-new-citizens-take-their-oath-on-the-uss-hornet/

#alameda #JulyFourth #naturalization #UssHornet

On July 1–just three days before the United States 250th birthday—76 people from 28 countries around the world celebrated becoming U.S. citizens at a naturalization ceremony on the USS Hornet. Jean Chen shares the celebratory day with photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/76-new-citizens-take-their-oath-on-the-uss-hornet/

#alameda #JulyFourth #naturalization #UssHornet

Julia Park Tracey reviews Andrew Winer's novel 'The Color Midnight Made.' She writes, "It’s a novel that both teens and adults can enjoy. Conrad’s boasting, streetwise hijinks and skateboard travels make this book more like 'The Wonder Years' than 'Huck Finn.'" https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/the-color-midnight-made-life-on-the-west-end-of-alameda/

#alameda #BookReview #reviews #UsNavy #WestEnd

"The metal shredding industry, which handles toxic waste in Bay Area communities, is attempting to overhaul hazardous waste laws to get a sweetheart carveout from the state," writes Ben Eichenberg of Baykeeper. "That is why we strongly urge lawmakers to vote 'NO' on Senate Bill 811." {Opinion} https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-metal-shredders-are-peddling-a-toxic-carveout/

#alameda #RadiusRecycling #SanFranciscoBaykeeper #sb_811 #schnitzer

"The metal shredding industry, which handles toxic waste in Bay Area communities, is attempting to overhaul hazardous waste laws to get a sweetheart carveout from the state," writes Ben Eichenberg of Baykeeper. "That is why we strongly urge lawmakers to vote 'NO' on Senate Bill 811." {Opinion} https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-metal-shredders-are-peddling-a-toxic-carveout/

#alameda #RadiusRecycling #SanFranciscoBaykeeper #sb_811 #schnitzer

"The metal shredding industry, which handles toxic waste in Bay Area communities, is attempting to overhaul hazardous waste laws to get a sweetheart carveout from the state," writes Ben Eichenberg of Baykeeper. "That is why we strongly urge lawmakers to vote 'NO' on Senate Bill 811." {Opinion} https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-metal-shredders-are-peddling-a-toxic-carveout/

#alameda #RadiusRecycling #SanFranciscoBaykeeper #sb_811 #schnitzer

"The metal shredding industry, which handles toxic waste in Bay Area communities, is attempting to overhaul hazardous waste laws to get a sweetheart carveout from the state," writes Ben Eichenberg of Baykeeper. "That is why we strongly urge lawmakers to vote 'NO' on Senate Bill 811." {Opinion} https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-metal-shredders-are-peddling-a-toxic-carveout/

#alameda #RadiusRecycling #SanFranciscoBaykeeper #sb_811 #schnitzer

"The metal shredding industry, which handles toxic waste in Bay Area communities, is attempting to overhaul hazardous waste laws to get a sweetheart carveout from the state," writes Ben Eichenberg of Baykeeper. "That is why we strongly urge lawmakers to vote 'NO' on Senate Bill 811." {Opinion} https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-metal-shredders-are-peddling-a-toxic-carveout/

#alameda #RadiusRecycling #SanFranciscoBaykeeper #sb_811 #schnitzer

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

60,000 spectators are expected to line Alameda’s streets for the annual 4th of July Parade this weekend, which features 2,500 participants, including marching bands, equestrians, and floats. Here's what you need to know, from the schedule to bus detours and bathroom locations. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/everything-you-need-to-know-about-alamedas-4th-of-july-parade/

#4thOfJuly #AcTransit #afd #alameda #AlamedaFireDepartment #detour #JulyFourth #LateefahSimon #NickLuby #parade

Alameda County Supervisors announced they have adopted a $6.7 billion budget for 2026-27, a 10% increase over the prior year’s total, closing a projected $184.8 million funding gap while preserving critical services for county residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-county-announces-6-7-billion-balanced-budget-for-2026-27/

#alameda #AlamedaCounty #AlamedaCountyBoardOfSupervisors #AlamedaHealthSystem #SusanMuranishi #vision_2036

Alameda County Supervisors announced they have adopted a $6.7 billion budget for 2026-27, a 10% increase over the prior year’s total, closing a projected $184.8 million funding gap while preserving critical services for county residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-county-announces-6-7-billion-balanced-budget-for-2026-27/

#alameda #AlamedaCounty #AlamedaCountyBoardOfSupervisors #AlamedaHealthSystem #SusanMuranishi #vision_2036

Alameda County Supervisors announced they have adopted a $6.7 billion budget for 2026-27, a 10% increase over the prior year’s total, closing a projected $184.8 million funding gap while preserving critical services for county residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-county-announces-6-7-billion-balanced-budget-for-2026-27/

#alameda #AlamedaCounty #AlamedaCountyBoardOfSupervisors #AlamedaHealthSystem #SusanMuranishi #vision_2036

Alameda County Supervisors announced they have adopted a $6.7 billion budget for 2026-27, a 10% increase over the prior year’s total, closing a projected $184.8 million funding gap while preserving critical services for county residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-county-announces-6-7-billion-balanced-budget-for-2026-27/

#alameda #AlamedaCounty #AlamedaCountyBoardOfSupervisors #AlamedaHealthSystem #SusanMuranishi #vision_2036

Alameda County Supervisors announced they have adopted a $6.7 billion budget for 2026-27, a 10% increase over the prior year’s total, closing a projected $184.8 million funding gap while preserving critical services for county residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-county-announces-6-7-billion-balanced-budget-for-2026-27/

#alameda #AlamedaCounty #AlamedaCountyBoardOfSupervisors #AlamedaHealthSystem #SusanMuranishi #vision_2036

What started out as a simple plan to replace an old restroom at Shoreline Drive and Grand Street has turned into a fiasco. Irene Dieter predicts that the stalled beach restroom project will end up in court due to the unforeseen setbacks, delays, and cost escalations. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/beach-restroom-project-stopped-up-again/

#alameda #CityOfAlameda #construction #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict

What started out as a simple plan to replace an old restroom at Shoreline Drive and Grand Street has turned into a fiasco. Irene Dieter predicts that the stalled beach restroom project will end up in court due to the unforeseen setbacks, delays, and cost escalations. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/beach-restroom-project-stopped-up-again/

#alameda #CityOfAlameda #construction #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict

What started out as a simple plan to replace an old restroom at Shoreline Drive and Grand Street has turned into a fiasco. Irene Dieter predicts that the stalled beach restroom project will end up in court due to the unforeseen setbacks, delays, and cost escalations. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/beach-restroom-project-stopped-up-again/

#alameda #CityOfAlameda #construction #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict

What started out as a simple plan to replace an old restroom at Shoreline Drive and Grand Street has turned into a fiasco. Irene Dieter predicts that the stalled beach restroom project will end up in court due to the unforeseen setbacks, delays, and cost escalations. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/beach-restroom-project-stopped-up-again/

#alameda #CityOfAlameda #construction #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict

What started out as a simple plan to replace an old restroom at Shoreline Drive and Grand Street has turned into a fiasco. Irene Dieter predicts that the stalled beach restroom project will end up in court due to the unforeseen setbacks, delays, and cost escalations. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/beach-restroom-project-stopped-up-again/

#alameda #CityOfAlameda #construction #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict

School may be out for summer, but learning is a lifelong pursuit! This weekend, take a walk down Alameda's memory lane, listen to live music in a beautiful garden, see a classic animated film, and help Rhythmix Cultural Works bid farewell to an art exhibition. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-history-music-and-art/

#alameda #AllAroundAlameda #art #history #MeyersHouseAndGarden #music #NeptuneBeach #RhythmixCulturalWorks #WalkingTour

School may be out for summer, but learning is a lifelong pursuit! This weekend, take a walk down Alameda's memory lane, listen to live music in a beautiful garden, see a classic animated film, and help Rhythmix Cultural Works bid farewell to an art exhibition. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-history-music-and-art/

#alameda #AllAroundAlameda #art #history #MeyersHouseAndGarden #music #NeptuneBeach #RhythmixCulturalWorks #WalkingTour

The Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District detected its first West Nile virus-positive mosquito sample of 2026 in Newark. Protect yourself and your neighborhood by following these key prevention measures. https://alamedapost.com/news/first-west-nile-virus-positive-mosquito-of-2026-found-in-alameda-county/

#alameda #AlamedaCountyMosquitoAbatementDistrict #mosquitoes #WestNileVirus

The Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District detected its first West Nile virus-positive mosquito sample of 2026 in Newark. Protect yourself and your neighborhood by following these key prevention measures. https://alamedapost.com/news/first-west-nile-virus-positive-mosquito-of-2026-found-in-alameda-county/

#alameda #AlamedaCountyMosquitoAbatementDistrict #mosquitoes #WestNileVirus

Bay Area German soccer fans erupt in celebration over World Cup win

article Germany last took home the World Cup title in 2014 following a tight 1-0 overtime victory against…
#Germany #DE #Europe #EU #Europa #Alameda #alamedacounty #BayAreaSoccerStories #Ca #FutbolHq #News #sports #US #WorldCup
https://www.europesays.com/germany/40552/

Bay Area German soccer fans erupt in celebration over World Cup win https://www.rawchili.com/5026978/ #Alameda #AlamedaCounty #BayAreaSoccerStories #CA #FutbolHq #news #Soccer #sports #US #WorldCup

Bay Area German soccer fans erupt in celebration over World Cup win https://www.rawchili.com/5026978/ #Alameda #AlamedaCounty #BayAreaSoccerStories #CA #FutbolHq #news #Soccer #sports #US #WorldCup

Following mixed feedback and extended discussions, City Council voted to prohibit the use of Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS), in which tenants in a multi-unit complex can be billed flat rates for utilities rather than by exact usage. Ken Der has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/council-bans-ratio-utility-billing-systems-amends-alameda-marina-development/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AlamedaMarinaMasterPlan #CityCouncil #GregBoller #landlords #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MichelePryor #renters #tenants #TonyDaysog #TracyJensen #utilities

Following mixed feedback and extended discussions, City Council voted to prohibit the use of Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS), in which tenants in a multi-unit complex can be billed flat rates for utilities rather than by exact usage. Ken Der has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/council-bans-ratio-utility-billing-systems-amends-alameda-marina-development/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AlamedaMarinaMasterPlan #CityCouncil #GregBoller #landlords #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MichelePryor #renters #tenants #TonyDaysog #TracyJensen #utilities

Following mixed feedback and extended discussions, City Council voted to prohibit the use of Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS), in which tenants in a multi-unit complex can be billed flat rates for utilities rather than by exact usage. Ken Der has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/council-bans-ratio-utility-billing-systems-amends-alameda-marina-development/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AlamedaMarinaMasterPlan #CityCouncil #GregBoller #landlords #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MichelePryor #renters #tenants #TonyDaysog #TracyJensen #utilities

Following mixed feedback and extended discussions, City Council voted to prohibit the use of Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS), in which tenants in a multi-unit complex can be billed flat rates for utilities rather than by exact usage. Ken Der has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/council-bans-ratio-utility-billing-systems-amends-alameda-marina-development/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AlamedaMarinaMasterPlan #CityCouncil #GregBoller #landlords #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MichelePryor #renters #tenants #TonyDaysog #TracyJensen #utilities

Following mixed feedback and extended discussions, City Council voted to prohibit the use of Ratio Utility Billing Systems (RUBS), in which tenants in a multi-unit complex can be billed flat rates for utilities rather than by exact usage. Ken Der has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/council-bans-ratio-utility-billing-systems-amends-alameda-marina-development/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AlamedaMarinaMasterPlan #CityCouncil #GregBoller #landlords #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #MichelePryor #renters #tenants #TonyDaysog #TracyJensen #utilities

Alameda is definitely the place to be on the Fourth of July. After the parade—and before you go out to your favorite spot to watch the fireworks—head on over to the USS Hornet for the “Steel Beach Party & BBQ” to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/celebrate-the-fourth-of-july-at-the-uss-hornets-steel-beach-party-bbq/

#4thOfJuly #alameda #JulyFourth #UssHornet

Alameda is definitely the place to be on the Fourth of July. After the parade—and before you go out to your favorite spot to watch the fireworks—head on over to the USS Hornet for the “Steel Beach Party & BBQ” to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/celebrate-the-fourth-of-july-at-the-uss-hornets-steel-beach-party-bbq/

#4thOfJuly #alameda #JulyFourth #UssHornet

A former Navy runway at Alameda Point is now a protected nesting site for California least terns. "Last year the Alameda least tern colony did very well with over 500 nests and potentially around 800 young fledged," reports Sharol Nelson-Embry. Photo by Rick Lewis. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/taking-a-turn-watching-the-terns/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #birding #birds #birdwatching #CaliforniaLeastTern #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd #FriendsOfTheAlamedaWildlifeReserve #GoldenGateBirdAlliance

A former Navy runway at Alameda Point is now a protected nesting site for California least terns. "Last year the Alameda least tern colony did very well with over 500 nests and potentially around 800 young fledged," reports Sharol Nelson-Embry. Photo by Rick Lewis. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/taking-a-turn-watching-the-terns/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #birding #birds #birdwatching #CaliforniaLeastTern #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd #FriendsOfTheAlamedaWildlifeReserve #GoldenGateBirdAlliance

A former Navy runway at Alameda Point is now a protected nesting site for California least terns. "Last year the Alameda least tern colony did very well with over 500 nests and potentially around 800 young fledged," reports Sharol Nelson-Embry. Photo by Rick Lewis. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/taking-a-turn-watching-the-terns/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #birding #birds #birdwatching #CaliforniaLeastTern #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd #FriendsOfTheAlamedaWildlifeReserve #GoldenGateBirdAlliance

A former Navy runway at Alameda Point is now a protected nesting site for California least terns. "Last year the Alameda least tern colony did very well with over 500 nests and potentially around 800 young fledged," reports Sharol Nelson-Embry. Photo by Rick Lewis. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/taking-a-turn-watching-the-terns/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #birding #birds #birdwatching #CaliforniaLeastTern #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd #FriendsOfTheAlamedaWildlifeReserve #GoldenGateBirdAlliance

A former Navy runway at Alameda Point is now a protected nesting site for California least terns. "Last year the Alameda least tern colony did very well with over 500 nests and potentially around 800 young fledged," reports Sharol Nelson-Embry. Photo by Rick Lewis. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/taking-a-turn-watching-the-terns/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #birding #birds #birdwatching #CaliforniaLeastTern #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd #FriendsOfTheAlamedaWildlifeReserve #GoldenGateBirdAlliance